In the world there are an estimated half a billion Buddhists, and about one million Buddhists in the United States according to the Association of Statisticians of American Religious Bodies.
Some of Buddha’s most important beliefs are summarized in the Five Mindfulness Trainings by the eminent Zen Buddhist spiritual leader, Thich Nhat Hanh:
- “Reverence for Life: Cultivate openness, non-discrimination and non-attachment to views in order to transform violence, fanaticism and dogmatism in myself and in the world.”
- “True Happiness: ….I will share my time, energy and material resources with those in need.”
- “True Love: I am committed to cultivating responsibility and learning ways to protect the safety and integrity of individuals, couples, family, and society.”
- “Loving Speech and Deep Listening: I am committed to speaking truthfully using words that inspire confidence, joy, and hope.”
- “Nourishment and Healing: I’m committed to cultivating good health, both physical and mental, for myself, my family, and my society…”
Here are some of Donald Trump’s most important beliefs:
1. “When Iran, when they circle our beautiful destroyers with their little boats, and they make gestures at our people that they shouldn’t be allowed to make, they will be shot out of the water."–Donald Trump, threatening to go to war with Iran over rude hand gestures, Pensacola, Florida, (Sept. 9, 2016) Trump Quick to War Quotes
2. “My whole life I’ve been greedy, greedy, greedy," Trump said. "I’ve grabbed all the money I could get. I’m so greedy.”–Donald Trump, speaking at a political rally (January 29, 2016) Trump Greed is Good Quote
3. “I do whine because I want to win, and I'm not happy about not winning, and I am a whiner, and I keep whining and whining until I win.” CNN Interview (Aug. 10, 2015) Trump Whining to Win Quote
4. Megyn Kelly: "You've called women you don't like 'fat pigs,''dogs,''slobs,' and 'disgusting animals'..." Trump: “Only Rosie O'Donnell.”— Donald Trump, GOP debate (August 2016) Trump's Contempt For Women Quote
5. “I like kids. I mean, I won’t do anything to take care of ‘em. I’ll supply funds, and she’ll take care of the kids.”–Donald Trump, The Howard Stern Show (2005) Trump As Dysfunctional Parent Quote
Donald Trump speaks his mind. It’s about time every voter takes what he says seriously. One of Buddhism’s core beliefs can be summed up in one word: Compassion! Compassion is an important trait for any world leader, especially the President of the United States! Compassionate Leaders are Effective Leaders